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Antisemitism in Higher Education Bill 2026
Debated Monday 12 October 2026
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Monday 12 October 2026 · House of Representatives
Second ReadingJulian Leeser moved the second reading of the bill, arguing it addresses rising antisemitism in Australian universities following the October 7 attacks. He criticised the government for failing to act on campus hostility and for protecting ministers from accountability during the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Leeser claimed the bill establishes a consistent national definition of antisemitism and mandates universities to combat such behaviour. He urged Labor to support the legislation as it aligns with their own policy positions.
Outcome: The transcript provided contains only the speech by Julian Leeser moving the second reading; no vote result or further debate is included.
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